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Nocturnal Nature Night

  • Friary 12921 Parrish Avenue Cedar Lake, IN, 46303 United States (map)

🌙 Nocturnal Nature Night🌙

📍 Location: Cedar Lake Friary, 12921 Parrish Ave, Cedar Lake, IN 46303
🎟️ Tickets: $10 per car
Gates Open: 5:00 PM

Spend an unforgettable summer evening surrounded by nature! Guests are invited to enjoy hands-on activities, crafts, local vendors, and delicious eats from a food truck throughout the evening. As the sun sets, join us for guided night prowls and explore the world of nocturnal wildlife using interactive tools like night vision goggles, a handheld owl caller, bat acoustic monitor, and headlamps.

🛠️ Ongoing Activities (5 PM – 8 PM)

  • Local Vendors

  • Food Trucks

  • Owl Pellet Dissection

  • T-Shirt Coloring Station

  • Decorate-Your-Own Bat Box (available for purchase at event)

  • Opossum-Themed Craft

  • Bat-Themed Craft

  • Storytime & Photos with Bluey and Bingo

🦉 Ambassador Animal Encounters

Meet and learn about some of our amazing ambassador animals during three interactive sessions:

  • 5:30 – 6:00 PM

  • 6:30 – 7:00 PM

  • 7:30 – 8:00 PM

🌌 Evening Programs

Nighttime Nature Prowls
Guests will be split into two rotating groups to explore the outdoors during guided walks:

  • 8:00 – 8:30 PM

    • Group A: Owl Prowl

    • Group B: Bat Prowl

  • 8:30 – 9:00 PM

    • Group A: Bat Prowl

    • Group B: Owl Prowl

🪲 Insect Demonstration
From 8:00 – 9:00 PM, join our new educator, Drew, for a live insect demo—featuring the capture and identification of nocturnal bugs!

This family-friendly, outdoor event is perfect for nature lovers of all ages. Dress for the weather and wear comfy shoes or boots for exploring!

Don’t miss this wild night—register today!

Want to be a Vendor? Register Below to Join the Event!

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